Figgy
I've read one of Backman's short stories and his other popular novel, A Man Called Ove, and I just had such a hard time relating to this character. Not that I don't recognize elements of her complacency or rigidness but because it was taken to such an extreme that I can't help but feeling put off by her. There were points where I found her so frustrating and annoying that I just wanted to grab her by the arms and give her a good shake. It's simply not for me...
I've read one of Backman's short stories and his other popular novel, A Man Called Ove, and I just had such a hard time relating to this character. Not that I don't recognize elements of her complacency or rigidness but because it was taken to such an extreme that I can't help but feeling put off by her. There were points where I found her so frustrating and annoying that I just wanted to grab her by the arms and give her a good shake. It's simply not for me...